Back to Basics: The Best Shaving Creams

These shaving creams worked for my dad, and they still work for me. When I began shaving in my early teens, I used these with a single blade razor. Nowadays, I use a four-blade razor for sensitive skin, and these creams work even better without breaking the bank. I’m a firm believer in splurging in some areas and saving in others, and these drugstore brands have never let me down. Do you have a brand preference when it comes to shaving creams?

Edge Advanced Shaving Gel For Sensitive Skin ($3.23) OK, so this isn't the most feminine product that I own, but I've been using this gel-to-cream formula for ages and I love the texture and the masculine scent. Also, this slightly new and improved formula contains aloe to help soothe even the most sensitive skin.

Barbasol Shaving Cream ($2.49) is the one, the original, the very first shaving cream I ever used. Not only did I love using this thick and creamy formula on my legs, but while at Summer camp, I'd write my bunk number on the lawn outside of the mess hall. I was a happy camper.

To check out another one of my favorite shaving creams,

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Wow, I used to love the smell of this Skintimate Moisturizing Shave Gel For Dry Skin ($3.14). I still use the product because it's gentle and provides a smooth shave that never skips and causes nicks. It also leaves my legs feeling silky smooth and moisturized. It's like I'm wearing pantyhose, when I've got nothing on.

I have to have a gel formula, I can't use a foam. Right now I have a Intuition with the soap already on it and I don't need shave gel at all. It's a little harder in the summer when you're sweaty and sticky because my legs are more sensitive.

I use whatever is on sale or conditioner in a pinch. This might freak some of you out, but I used to shave with just water in the shower and never got razor burn or cuts. However, my current shower makes it difficult to hike up a leg in the shower spray, so anything to put a barrier between my skin & the razor works.

I started using shaving creams for men not so long ago. My favourite one for ladies unfortunately changed its formula. I couldn't relate to the others on the market ;) so why not try out the ones for men?
Nivea for men sensitve shaving gel was my second try and I will stay by it. I love it. The texture is quite compact and it stays on your skin very well. The smell is nice and very discreet which I prefer. It is sensitive enough for my dry&sensitive skin - for every zone. I also like its convenient to use package.

I started using shaving creams for men not so long ago. My favourite one for ladies unfortunately changed its formula. I couldn't relate to the others on the market ;) so why not try out the ones for men? Nivea for men sensitve shaving gel was my second try and I will stay by it. I love it. The texture is quite compact and it stays on your skin very well. The smell is nice and very discreet which I prefer. It is sensitive enough for my dry&sensitive skin - for every zone. I also like its convenient to use package.

Cmill38, I love coochie cream, I used it if I haven't shaved my legs in a while or on my underarms because it's sensitive skin.
I love using mens shaving cream, it works wonders but cheap conditioner is fantastic in a pinch- same stuff as coochie cream.
I agree with ElisabethRae, exfoliating before you shave cuts back on all the problems that come with shaving and also gives you a closer shave- I work at BBW and I recommend women to use the oil based scrubs from the Aromatherapy line, good scrub/moisturizing.

oh and there's this stuff called coochie cream! It's amazing for shaving bikini lines and i even know guys that use it for their face! while using it i've never once had a dry spot and any smidge of razor burn. it's like using conditioner to shave your legs but more protective.

I love skintimate! but I used it with a crappy razor when I was in a hurry and it didn't protect my legs from getting torn up. Now that I have a venus embrace i don't think itd matter what shaving cream or lotion i use!

Yeah I don't use shave creams, I put conditioner on my legs, let it sit for a few minutes, then get to it. It really, really works well for me and helps you cut down on all the bottles in your shower. Out of the shower, I finish with some dry oil and I'm good to go.

hey spazzydana, is that normal? because I want my body hair to be lighter - it's really dark brown. anyhoo, I actually got turned off shaving cream and now only use soap - it leaves my skin a lot more smooth...

I LOVE SKINTIMATE TOO! I USE THE ANTHONY SHAVE CREAM I GOT FOR MY BOYFRIEND. THAT'S LIKE THE GREATEST THING EVER BASICALLY. I'M ADDICTED. ONE OF THE REPS DID A DEMO ONCE FOR ME THAT INVOLVED PUTTING SOME OF THE SHAVE CREAM IN THEIR HAND TURNING IT PALM DOWN THEN STICKING A PENCIL IN THE SHAVE CREAM. IT TOTALLY STUCK. IT PULLS YOUR HAIR AWAY FROM YOUR SKIN SO YOU GET A REALLY CLOSE SHAVE. MAYBE IT'S CRAZY BUT I CAN'T GET ENOUGH! :-)